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The equalizer [sound recording] / by Sloan, Michael,1946-; Gurner, Jeff.;
Read by Jeff Gurner."Robert McCall is a former covert operations officer for the CIA who tries to atone for past sins by offering, free of charge, his services as a troubleshooter (often literally), a protector, and an investigator. People in need find him through a newspaper ad: "Got a problem? Odds against you? Call the Equalizer." Aided by a group of sometimes-mysterious contacts (some of whom date back to his spying days), McCall traverses the streets of New York City, visiting justice upon those who prey upon the weak. In this novel, based on the 1980s television show, and timed to come out shortly before the feature film version starring Denzel Washington, McCall gets pulled into a battle against Russian drug lords and finds himself pitted against his most dangerous foe ever!"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Suspense fiction.; Audiobooks.; Justice, Administration of; Revenge;
© p2014., Macmillan Audio,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Crime in Canada / by Crocker, Diane.;
Includes bibliographical references (p. [107]-120) and index.LSC
Subjects: Crime; Criminal justice, Administration of; Crime;
© c2012., Oxford University Press,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Framed : astonishing true stories of wrongful convictions / by Grisham, John,author.; McCloskey, Jim(Minister),author.;
Includes bibliographical references."In his first work of nonfiction since The Innocent Man, #1 bestselling author John Grisham and Centurion Ministries Founder Jim McCloskey share ten harrowing true stories of wrongful convictions. Impeccably researched and grippingly told, Framed offers an inside look at the victims of the United States criminal justice system. A fundamental principle of our legal system is a presumption of innocence, but once someone has been found guilty there is very little room to prove doubt. Framed shares ten true stories of men who were innocent but found guilty and forced to sacrifice friends, families, wives, and decades of their lives to prison while the guilty parties remained free. In each of the stories, John Grisham and Jim McCloskey recount the dramatic hard-fought battles for exoneration. They take a close look at what leads to wrongful convictions in the first place, and the racism, misconduct, flawed testimony, and the corrupt court system that can make them so hard to reverse. Told with page-turning suspense as only John Grisham can deliver, Framed is the story of overcoming adversity when the battle already seems lost, and the deck is stacked against you"--
Subjects: True crime stories.; Criminal justice, Administration of; Discrimination in criminal justice administration; Judicial error; Racism in criminal justice administration;
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Framed [text (large print)] : astonishing true stories of wrongful convictions / by Grisham, John,author.; McCloskey, Jim(Minister),author.;
Includes bibliographical references."In his first work of nonfiction since The Innocent Man, #1 bestselling author John Grisham and Centurion Ministries Founder Jim McCloskey share ten harrowing true stories of wrongful convictions. Impeccably researched and grippingly told, Framed offers an inside look at the victims of the United States criminal justice system. A fundamental principle of our legal system is a presumption of innocence, but once someone has been found guilty there is very little room to prove doubt. Framed shares ten true stories of men who were innocent but found guilty and forced to sacrifice friends, families, wives, and decades of their lives to prison while the guilty parties remained free. In each of the stories, John Grisham and Jim McCloskey recount the dramatic hard-fought battles for exoneration. They take a close look at what leads to wrongful convictions in the first place, and the racism, misconduct, flawed testimony, and the corrupt court system that can make them so hard to reverse. Told with page-turning suspense as only John Grisham can deliver, Framed is the story of overcoming adversity when the battle already seems lost, and the deck is stacked against you"--
Subjects: Large print books.; True crime stories.; Criminal justice, Administration of; Discrimination in criminal justice administration; Judicial error; Racism in criminal justice administration;
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Framed [sound recording] : astonishing true stories of wrongful convictions / by Grisham, John,author,narrator.; Beck, Michael,narrator.; McCloskey, Jim(Minister),author,narrator.; Random House Audio Publishing,publisher.;
Includes bibliographical references.Read by Michael Beck with a preface read by the authors."In his first work of nonfiction since The Innocent Man, #1 bestselling author John Grisham and Centurion Ministries Founder Jim McCloskey share ten harrowing true stories of wrongful convictions. Impeccably researched and grippingly told, Framed offers an inside look at the victims of the United States criminal justice system. A fundamental principle of our legal system is a presumption of innocence, but once someone has been found guilty there is very little room to prove doubt. Framed shares ten true stories of men who were innocent but found guilty and forced to sacrifice friends, families, wives, and decades of their lives to prison while the guilty parties remained free. In each of the stories, John Grisham and Jim McCloskey recount the dramatic hard-fought battles for exoneration. They take a close look at what leads to wrongful convictions in the first place, and the racism, misconduct, flawed testimony, and the corrupt court system that can make them so hard to reverse. Told with page-turning suspense as only John Grisham can deliver, Framed is the story of overcoming adversity when the battle already seems lost, and the deck is stacked against you"--
Subjects: Audiobooks.; True crime stories.; Criminal justice, Administration of; Discrimination in criminal justice administration; Judicial error; Racism in criminal justice administration;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Peace and good order : the case for Indigenous justice in Canada / by Johnson, Harold,1957-author.;
Includes bibliographical references."In early 2018, the failures of Canada's justice system were sharply and painfully revealed in the verdicts issued in the deaths of Colten Boushie and Tina Fontaine. The outrage and confusion that followed those verdicts inspired former Crown prosecutor and bestselling author Harold R. Johnson to make the case against Canada for its failure to fulfill its duty under Treaty to effectively deliver justice to Indigenous people, worsening the situation and ensuring long-term damage to Indigenous communities. In this direct, concise, and essential volume, Harold R. Johnson examines the justice system's failures to deliver "peace and good order" to Indigenous people. He explores the part that he understands himself to have played in that mismanagement, drawing on insights he has gained from the experience; insights into the roots and immediate effects of how the justice system has failed Indigenous people, in all the communities in which they live; and insights into the struggle for peace and good order for Indigenous people now."-- Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Indians of North America; Criminal justice, Administration of;
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Juvenile crime : opposing viewpoints / by Nakaya, Andrea C.,1976-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Juvenile justice, Administration of; Juvenile delinquency; Juvenile delinquency;
© 2005., Greenhaven,
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Make change : how to fight injustice, dismantle systemic oppression, and own our future / by King, Shaun,author.;
"As a leader of the Black Lives Matter movement, Shaun King has become one of the most recognizable and powerful voices on the front lines of civil rights in our time. His commitment to reforming the justice system and making America a more equitable place has brought challenges and triumphs, soaring victories and crushing defeats. Throughout his wide-ranging activism, King's commentary remains rooted in both exhaustive research and abundant passion. In Make Change, King offers an inspiring look at the moments that have shaped his life and considers the ways social movements can grow and evolve in this hyper-connected era. He shares stories from his efforts leading the Raise the Age campaign and his work fighting police brutality, while providing a roadmap for how to stay sane, safe, and motivated even in the worst of political climates. By turns infuriating, inspiring, and educational, Make Change will resonate with those who believe that America can-and must-do better"--
Subjects: Black lives matter movement; Criminal justice, Administration of; Police brutality;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Anatomy of innocence : testimonies of the wrongfully convicted / by Caldwell, Laura,editor.; Klinger, Leslie S,editor.; Turow, Scott,writer of introduction.; Scheck, Barry,writer of introduction.;
Includes bibliographical references.
Subjects: Criminal justice, Administration of; Judicial error; Prisoners;
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Credible : why we doubt accusers and protect abusers / by Tuerkheimer, Deborah,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Sexual misconduct accusations spark competing claims: her word against his. How do we decide who is telling the truth? The answer comes down to credibility. But as this book reveals, invisible forces warp the credibility judgments of even the well-intentioned among us. We are all shaped by a set of false assumptions and hidden biases embedded in our culture, our legal system, and our psyches. The #MeToo movement has exposed how victims have been badly served by a system that is designed not to protect them, but instead to protect the status quo.
Subjects: Criminal justice, Administration of.; Sex crimes; Sexual abuse victims.; Truthfulness and falsehood;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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